Issue link: http://educator.cta.org/i/1419056
Cover: Illustration by Daniel Baxter. This page, above: Students at a book and backpack giveaway at 93rd Street Academy in Los Angeles. Left: Students in Capistrano Unified School District, at the beginning of this school year. Second-Year Scramble Quarantines, staffing shortages and a surge in virtual students mark year two of the pandemic. PAGE 28 Building the HeaRt and Hub Community schools involve strong partnerships among students and families, educators and schools, and civic and service organizations. Historic resources are set to further their transformative power. PAGE 18 2 cta.org In the Know 8 Calendar 10 News & Notes 13 Quotes & Numbers Spotlight 14 YOUR VOICE: Christine Karlberg 15 KEYNOTE: Temple Grandin Advocacy 33 LEGISLATIVE UPDATE: Budget cleanup bills impact education 34 READING: State launches new literacy and biliteracy campaign 35 BARGAINING: Statewide roundup Teaching & Learning 37 SCIENCE: The Exploratorium has phenomenal K-12 resources 40 SKILLS: Polish your practice with CTA/NEA micro-certifications 41 TECH TIPS: Virtual escape rooms 42 MEETING STUDENT NEEDS: Antioch's new virtual academy 45 SPECIAL ED: CTC announces new credentials structure 46 TEACHING: 7 things to say to create a supportive classroom CTA & You 48 MENTAL HEALTH: Advocate for school wellness centers 49 PERSONAL FINANCE: Tara Razi's class covers essential life skills 51 TEACHERS OF THE YEAR: Some districts honor all their educators 52 LIT FROM WITHIN: Works by our members D E P A R T M E N T S October / November 2021 C O N T E N T S